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Big Willis Gulch Trail

This trail leads to Willis Lake and a mine just beyond the lake. The trailhead is shared with Little Willis Gulch Trail with hiking access to Hope Pass. The first part of the trail is very steep.



 The Basics

Location: 22 miles southwest of Leadville
Setting: Mountainous
Difficulty: Intermediate
Length: 11 mile roundtrip
Elevation: 2,400 feet
Time to Allow: 6 to 7 hours
Visitor Use:


 Directions to Trailhead

Twin Lakes is south of Leadville on Highway 82. The trailhead is 2 miles west of Twin Lakes Village. Look for a parking lot off to the left (south). The trail is accessed south across the bridge over Lake Creek. Follow the road to the trail on the left side.






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